Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered
Everything you need to know about working with WhealBit — web design, pricing, timelines, SEO, and more.
How much does a website cost in Cornwall? +
Our Launchpad package — a bespoke, mobile-first, one-page website — is a fixed £450. Multi-page websites, e-commerce builds, and web applications are quoted per project. We always provide a fixed written quote before any work begins.
What is the free homepage draft? +
Before you pay anything, we design and build your homepage and host it on a private web address. You browse it on your phone, show it to people you trust, and only pay if you love it. If you don't, we take it down — no charge, no awkwardness.
How long does it take to build a website? +
Our Launchpad one-page sites typically have a live draft ready within 3–5 working days. Multi-page and custom builds depend on scope — we'll give you a clear timeline as part of your quote.
Do I own the website and domain? +
Yes, completely. You own the domain name, the hosting account, and the website files. We're here to build and support, not to lock you in. If you ever want to move, everything transfers to you.
Do you build in WordPress? +
No. We build in React, Next.js, and Astro — modern frameworks that are faster, more secure, and more SEO-friendly than WordPress. Our sites regularly score 99–100 on Google PageSpeed. WordPress plugins add bloat and security risk that we prefer to avoid entirely.
Do you offer SEO as part of the website build? +
Yes — SEO is baked in, not an add-on. Every site we build includes structured data (JSON-LD), canonical tags, optimised title and meta tags, correct heading structure, and Core Web Vitals optimisation. We also offer standalone SEO strategy and ongoing SEO services.
What is the monthly Care Plan? +
Our optional Care Plan (£10/month, billed annually after Year 1 — Year 1 is free) covers managed hosting, domain renewal, SSL certificate management, minor content updates, and technical maintenance. You can cancel at any time.
Can you build apps as well as websites? +
Yes. We build iOS and Android mobile apps using React Native, as well as web applications, SaaS platforms, booking engines, and custom software. See our portfolio for examples.
Are you really based in Cornwall? +
Yes — we're based in Penzance. We're happy to meet in person to discuss your project. We work with businesses across Cornwall from Penzance and St Ives to Truro, Falmouth, and Newquay.
What if I need IT support rather than web design? +
We offer IT services too — managed hosting, domain management, business email setup, SSL certificates, DNS configuration, and ongoing technical support. Contact us to discuss your needs.
Still have questions?
Get in touch — we're based in Penzance and happy to chat through your project.
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